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WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA). As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we help build homes, highways, hospitals, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our culture is built on solid partnerships, longlasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow, and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture. SUMMARY AND JOB SCOPE Directs and coordinates activities of the Production Department in processing materials, manufacturing and maintaining product uniformity, and controlling costs within safety and environmental standards while adhering to company policies and industry regulations. WHAT WILL YOU DO ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Lead the plant Production Department to produce a highquality product and meet or exceed production and efficiency goalsincluding equipment production rates, energy conservation, power and heat consumption targets, minimizing emissions of greenhouse gases, and increasing profitability. - Member of the Energy Management Team (NRG) responsible for developing and structuring a program committed to using energy costeffectively and environmentally responsibly. - Communicate plant/company goals to department employees in a clear and timely manner. - Provide leadership by directing, coaching, supporting, and delegating as the situation requires; resolve worker grievances with assistance of Human Resources. - Serve as a role model in leadership, teamwork, customer focus, continuous improvement, safety, and environmental stewardship. - Build and maintain partnerships between plant departments and company peer groups. - Participate in business plan development and financial budgeting. - Establish and define shortterm objectives with logical, sequenced action plans; formulate or adjust policy, anticipate problems, and revise plans for changed circumstances. - Plan longterm (strategic) objectives and plant operational improvement projects, preparing specifications and ensuring component parts fit overall design. - Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, specifications, and scheduled delivery dates to plan operations. - Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing. - Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing. - Review production and operating reports and resolve operational and manufacturing problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent delays. - Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization. - Develop or revise standard operational procedures and working practices. - Compile, store, and retrieve production data. - Solve problems creatively when dealing with the needs of customers and internal departments. - Find ways to improve operational efficiency; devise new systems or procedures; generate new solutions to production or equipment problems. - Read, analyze, interpret, and synthesize documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, business periodicals, professional journals, or governmental regulations. - Speak and deliver presentations effectively and persuasively on complex topics to employee groups, customers, and management at all levels. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include overall direction, coordination, development, and evaluation of employees. Process Engineer, Kiln Coordinator, Mill Coordinator, Production Supervisors, and Packhouse/Shipping Supervisor report directly. Hourly Control Room Operators, Assistant Control Room Operators, Utility and Labourers report indirectly. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - University degree (Engineering preferred); 46 years of experience, or equivalent. - Motivated selfstarter with strong sense of urgency; focus on safety and plant conditions. - Proven management and leadership skills. - Experience in heavy industry and union environment. - Diplomacy interacting with union and nonunion groups. - Strong organizational and timemanagement skills. - Experience improving and managing process improvements. - Problemsolving and decisionmaking skills. - Basic algebra and geometry proficiency. - Commonsense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions. - Project planning software, Microsoft Office, and general computer skills. - Familiarity with machinery, pneumatic and electrical equipment. - Valid drivers license and passport. - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Cement technology knowledge. NOTE This position description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other jobrelated instructions as requested by their supervisor. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU - Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time. - Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. - RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.). - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN). - Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, fostering mentorship, leadership development and community support for women at VCNA. - Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees. - Fertility drug coverage. - Paid maternity leave topup. - Hybrid work model for certain positions. - Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and to grow in different areas. - Participation in building famous landmarks such as the CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens, the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre. OUR PEOPLE We care about peopleour employees, neighbors, and customers. Safety, health and wellness are central. Our VC Way reflects who we are: ethical and respectful, working together with excellence, and thriving with courage to transform. INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT St Marys Cement is committed to developing an inclusive, barrierfree recruitment and selection process for all employees. Persons requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process should advise Human Resources of their requirements at the time of initial contact. Accommodation requests are addressed confidentially. WELCOME TO VCNA! We are St Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA). Join us and help build a sustainable future. #J-18808-Ljbffr